When you see the letters GGMM, what comes to mind are the boys and girls who are talking about love? Like me, I think of Gugu Meimei, a young digital brand.
A few years ago, when searching for Apple accessories, I learned about the brand GGMM. At that time, I was very curious. With such a special brand name, what is the team behind it? Last year, Gugu Meimei M4, a speaker full of retro literary style, came into my sight. Unfortunately, I haven't been able to experience it personally. This time I received the GGMM E5 wireless smart speaker (WIFI+Bluetooth version), which finally gave me a chance to explore the secrets of GGMM.
1、 See you for the first time. You are in love with retro fashion
At the first sight of the GGMM E5 smart speaker, I was attracted by it. It feels like an old friend who has been separated for a long time, with a familiar but somewhat different taste. E5 has only the classic black and white colors, just like a goddess without makeup, very delicate and durable.
E5 adopts the traditional square shape. Many people say it looks like a lady's handbag. After careful observation, you will find that although it is similar to the lady's handbag in shape, the overall style is not very feminine. The front is very simple. The black metal mesh is inlaid with the GGMM stainless steel primary color logo, showing a strong metal texture.
The outer frame of the speaker is ABS plastic, and the frame is closely connected with the metal mesh. The four corners of the fuselage are designed with rounded corners, making the whole fuselage line look less rigid. The overall shape of the fuselage is simple and elegant, pleasing to the eye, and can be naturally integrated into your family environment.
If the simple front of the E5 is not enough to attract you, then the top design of the speaker will make you amazing. A metal panel treated by wire drawing process is inlaid with keys, knobs and indicator lights of the speaker. The keys and knobs reflect laser lines under the light, and the workmanship is very excellent, from which we can feel the quality requirements of the GGMM team for E5.
Handmade leather portable handle, delicate and textured, with a sense of retro fashion. The metal fastener on the belt is engraved with the GGMM trademark, and the details show the quality, giving the impression that it is very high-end. The leather handle not only has a good decorative effect, but also is very practical for wireless speakers such as E5, which are not small in size and weight. GGMM presents outstanding quality with its unique creative elements and unique style. It's a pity that the handle is not made of genuine leather and is soft. It usually collapses when it is placed vertically. In addition, the official long shoulder straps are available, but the price is expensive.
The back shell and outer frame of E5 are integrally formed. The evenly distributed concave points not only make the back design less monotonous, but also meet the requirements of visual aesthetics; At the same time, it also increases the friction when grasping the speaker. In addition to AC power port, AUX interface, WIFI pairing key, the back also provides a standard USB interface, which can provide 5V/1A current output.
The product information label at the bottom has the GGMM WeChat official account and the QR code of the app, which is convenient to scan, follow and download. There is a rubber pad on the left and right sides, which can not only increase the friction to prevent the speaker from sliding, but also avoid the noise caused by the vibration of the speaker and the contact surface during playing, so as to balance the noise reduction and speaker functions.
2、 Introduction to Configuring Networks and Apps
The Bluetooth connection of E5 is no different from other Bluetooth speakers. Let me introduce the WIFI connection. First, scan the QR code at the bottom of the speaker to download and install the GGMM App application. After starting the program, connect the WIFI according to the prompts. Enter the password and press the WIFI pairing key on the back of the speaker. Then, complete the pairing connection according to the prompts. It should be noted that E5 only supports the 2.4G network of IEEE 802.11b/g/n standard. At present, there are few WIFI speakers supporting 5G network.
In the app, there are not only domestic well-known platform resources such as Tiantiandian, Douban FM, Himalaya, Dragonfly FM, Internet radio, but also foreign music and radio resources such as IHearRadio, Spotify, TIDAL, etc. The app can also play local music and customize the display of favorite music services. However, the quality of resources and music on various platforms is uneven, and I prefer to play them with native apps.
E5 supports the establishment of a multi room music system under the WIFI network, and can set the sound channel of speakers. Multiple speakers can simultaneously play the same track or different music. In the device information, in addition to viewing the speaker information, you can also select Chinese and English prompt voice, and set the name and password of the speaker's self built hotspot. For me, who is used to listening to music before going to bed, the automatic closing function is very considerate.
There will be a 4-bit random string in the default device name, which is unbearable for me with obsessive-compulsive disorder. In the settings, you can customize the name, or select the built-in names of the bedroom, study, etc. to distinguish them. Since there is only one E5, I directly named the device Gugu Meimei E5.
The use experience of the GGMM app needs to be improved. The resources of various platforms are not integrated, but just an online resource player. Moreover, the left and right sliding of the operation back to the main interface has no prompt, which always makes people think that they can return by clicking the pointing icon in the upper left corner.
3、 Good time with GGMM E5
Unlike speakers such as BOSE MINI that can be used as EDC equipment, GGMM E5 is not suitable for daily carrying, although it is positioned as portable. The E5 is equipped with two 2.25-inch full frequency speakers+two 2.25-inch mid and low frequency speakers+two diaphragms. A total of 20W high power brings surging sound and also increases the volume of the speaker. The advantage of E5 is that it can better adapt to different environments while providing high-quality music appreciation. It can be moved, placed or even hung indoors at will; You can also take them out during outdoor parties and games.
Wherever there is WIFI, you can directly press the preset key on the speaker to listen to your favorite programs; You can also use your mobile phone to connect to the speaker and play high-quality online music through Airplay, DLNA, QPlay, etc. E5 adopts WIFI dual antenna design, with dual receiving and sending, and the network connection is faster and more stable. Don't underestimate this small detail. Many WIFI speakers I have used before have problems caused by WIFI compatibility, such as slow song loading, inability of Netease Cloud Music App to play, and inability to automatically play the next song. In the trial process of more than a week, this did not happen when E5 was connected to the WIFI network of home and company, and the use experience was very good. Of course, it can also be connected through Bluetooth and AUX interfaces, but E5 only carries ordinary CSR Bluetooth 4.0 modules, and does not support Aptx lossless transmission. In Bluetooth mode, voice calls can also be made.
The details of life should be felt with a sensitive heart, and the flexibility of music needs to be captured with excellent equipment. When the mood is floating, hold a cup of light tea and listen to a favorite zither "High Mountains and Flowing Water" to calm the mood. E5 performs very well in small composition, and the sound of zither is clear and bright. The acoustic structure that has been carefully built and tuned makes the sound of E5 rich, accurate and natural under the condition of WIFI lossless transmission. The sound of different strings is clearly layered, and the afterglow after plucking is dazzling.
E5 is an elaborate work of GGMM. No matter how loud the music is played, the sound shows a high level. Take a rest during overtime, and relax yourself with the most comfortable posture. At this time, turn up the volume of E5 and listen to Eason Chan's "Praise". From the baritone whisper at the beginning to the hysterical falsetto roar at the end, people can't help responding to the songs to vent their emotions. Listen to the song and enjoy it! The sound wave that E5 can produce is beyond imagination, and there is no distortion even at the maximum volume. Of course, we should pay attention to whether the surrounding environment is suitable. It's not good to disturb others.
Full frequency speakers ensure a better sound level. Two mid and low frequency speakers provide a highly restored midrange and a thick, surging bass, bringing a good audio-visual experience to the listener. During lunch break, use 3.5mm audio cable to connect E5 to watch video on the computer. Whether watching the recently popular music variety shows such as The Sound of Dreams and The Battle of Sounds of Nature, or watching movies such as Mekong Action, they all have good sound effects. When watching movies, adjust the independent high and low pitch adjustment knob to a satisfactory position to create a better viewing atmosphere. It is worth mentioning that the two retro twist handles of the speaker are extremely good, and with the right damping, people can't help turning back and forth a few times.
On a sunny winter weekend, don't let up on this good time for outdoor activities. After taking photos of flowers and grass, lie on the grass and bask in the warm sun. At this time, you can narrow your eyes and immerse yourself in the music world by connecting to E5 via Bluetooth to play songs; You can also follow the rhythm of music and brush your microblog and circle of friends at the same time. The outdoor and indoor scenes also have different demands on the use of speakers. I prefer to use the power saving Bluetooth mode while I prefer the WIFI lossless transmission indoors. The E5 is equipped with a large capacity lithium battery up to 24.42Wh, which can not only provide 21 hours of playback time (Bluetooth mode) at 50% volume, but also charge mobile phones and other devices. With such a long battery life, you can meet your mobile life to the maximum extent. Now you don't have to worry about the power loss of your mobile phone anymore, so play with confidence! This is the so-called "stealing half a day's leisure, half a Buddha and half a god".
E5 is only 42mm thick, so it is easy to find a suitable place to place it. Standing on the railing, leaning against the top of bushes, or hanging on a tree pole, all kinds of enchanting postures are fascinating.
4、 In conclusion, 1000 yuan portable wireless speaker is a good choice
Due to the location of GGMM E5's portable wireless speaker, I didn't go deep into its sound quality. The pursuit of sound field, positioning, image and other senses of hearing should be left to the traditional HIFI 2.0 audio. Let me briefly talk about its sound style. The adjustment range of high and low pitch of E5 cannot be too large, otherwise it will sound strange. If the high tone is large, the voice is more prominent; Bass adjustment is more suitable for listening to relatively high dance music and watching movies. The overall sound tends to be medium and low frequency, which is good for general popular songs and small music; But it is not like BOSE MINI's excessive pursuit of low frequency, which completely suppresses high frequency. When listening to some electronic music tracks, the background music level is not very clear and a bit fuzzy. Since there is no independent tweeter, the high-frequency part is ordinary. The sound quality of E5 impresses me that although it is not amazing, its performance is excellent enough.
I happen to have a Rock Shout Mini speaker in my hand, which is similar in terms of App function, speaker power and price. The Rock Shout Mini only supports WIFI connection, featuring 360 degree full scene sound. It is equipped with 2 full frequency units+1 low-frequency unit+1 diaphragm. The appearance design and workmanship of the two speakers are both outstanding in China. Rock Shout Mini is a strong modern industrial style, while GGMM E5 is more retro and refined. The sound of Shout Mini is relatively light, and the low frequency needs to be increased after the volume reaches 1/2. E5 performs well at low volume. In general, I prefer E5, which is beautiful and portable.
Seeing the English package, multilingual instructions and charger design of E5, we know that E5 is different from ordinary domestic speakers. GGMM speakers are not only sold on major domestic e-commerce platforms and offline shopping malls, but also on Amazon websites around the world. The power replaceable plug is designed to adapt to sockets of different standards in various countries. Compared with the speaker, the design and workmanship of the charger is relatively general, and the volume is also relatively large. Inserting it into the socket has a little impact on the use of the nearby socket.
Several products launched by GGMM have won international design awards such as iF and Red Dot. Beautiful appearance, exquisite materials and exquisite workmanship are the external impression of GGMM speakers, which have high attention no matter where they are. After the arrival of GGMM E5, its appearance and sound quality have conquered colleagues and friends around.
Although the page of GGMM Tmall flagship store says that E5 is not inferior to the Bluetooth speakers of similar size of international brands such as BOSE, B&O, SONY, etc., I think there is still a gap between the sound of E5 and that of B&O A2 speakers with the most similar size. At the official flagship store of GGMM, the current price of E5 is 799 yuan for Bluetooth version and 999 yuan for WIFI+Bluetooth version. Considering the sound quality, price, function and other aspects, E5 is a good choice for 1000 yuan portable wireless speakers.
No matter how good the product is, it cannot be perfect, nor can E5. Several unsatisfactory points were found during the trial, as follows:
1. The power display is not intuitive enough. You need to press the power on/off key once to know the current power according to the flashing of the indicator light. It is suggested that the indicator light should be changed to always on, and the power condition should be indicated by different colors.
2. Bluetooth does not support Aptx; The handle belt is soft, and it is recommended to use genuine leather.
3. There is no bracket on the back cover, so the inclination angle of the speaker cannot be adjusted. It is not so stable when standing in soft places such as grass.
4. The volume difference between AUX mode and WIFI mode is large; The voice prompt volume is synchronized with the speaker volume, which is a bit disturbing at high volume.
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